I CAN’T BEAT IT - Cinematic Reel
ROLE: DIRECTOR/ ACTOR/ EDITOR / GRADER / SFX & VFX ARTIST
My Work: Applied a layer of Vaseline and water to create a controlled sweaty look with visible droplets. Directed my colleague to position the camera and lighting to match a simulated fire source. The fire, embers, and fractal elements were added and composited in post using After Effects and Photoshop.
Project Summary: Character concept: “No matter how hard he tries, in the end, all burns the same.” Created as a fast, resourceful exercise to explore atmosphere and mood with minimal means. Aimed to demonstrate what a filmmaker can achieve independently using accessible tools, regardless of environment.
Software’s used: Da Vinci Resolve (Full License), After Effects, Photoshop
Number of People: 2